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Wake County Outage Hits Cary and Morrisville as Duke Energy Investigates Damaged Line
society6 days ago

Wake County Outage Hits Cary and Morrisville as Duke Energy Investigates Damaged Line

About 35,000 Duke Energy customers in Wake County, mainly in Cary and Morrisville, lost power after a transmission line was damaged by a contracted helicopter crew working for railroad vegetation management and a fallen tree; the helicopter was not contracted by Duke Energy. Duke Energy is investigating, with an estimated restoration around 9 p.m., and several Cary facilities were closed or had altered operations.

via ABC11 News|
#cary#duke-energy#morrisville
Iranian Theatre Dismisses Star Over Pro-Palestine Post, Highlighting Shifting Cultural Limits
society7 days ago

Iranian Theatre Dismisses Star Over Pro-Palestine Post, Highlighting Shifting Cultural Limits

A major Tehran production, Arash, removed leading actor Navid Mohammadzadeh after his pro-Palestine post drew intense backlash, with producers citing audience disinterest alongside other controversies; the case marks a rare instance of state-aligned sentiment becoming a liability for popular culture in Iran and underscores evolving tensions over political messaging in the arts.

via Iran International|
#censorship#iran#navid-mohammadzadeh
Manchester synagogue attack leaves Jewish community feeling more exposed than a year ago
society10 days ago

Manchester synagogue attack leaves Jewish community feeling more exposed than a year ago

A year after the Heaton Park synagogue attack, Rabbi Daniel Walker says the Jewish community in Manchester feels more vulnerable due to rising antisemitism and perceived inaction on root problems, with a memorial service and heightened security planned; nationwide antisemitic hate crimes have risen sharply since 2022, according to police data.

via BBC|
#antisemitism#heaton-park-hebrew-congregation#manchester
California couple's surrogate custody dispute unfurls in Texas court
society14 days ago

California couple's surrogate custody dispute unfurls in Texas court

A Los Angeles couple’s legal battle with their surrogate over a newborn with a severe heart defect played out in a Dallas courtroom, with no final custody or conservatorship ruling and a restraining order remaining in place; the surrogate seeks sole medical authority while the couple argues they are the child’s parents and had urged abortion, a case that underscores the contentious politics surrounding surrogacy and abortion as the infant undergoes surgery for hypoplastic left heart syndrome.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|
#abortion#conservatorship#custody
Accent bias in UK workplaces sparks anxiety and calls for change
society17 days ago

Accent bias in UK workplaces sparks anxiety and calls for change

A BBC report summarizing a More in Common poll shows about 10% of Britons feel anxious about their accent in high-stakes work settings, with Geordies and Cockneys most affected; some believe their accent has cost promotions, while others soften their speech. Employers say hiring should focus on capability, and some organisations are actively embracing local accents to improve inclusion, though accent bias remains a barrier tied to perceptions of class and education.

via BBC|
#accent-bias#professional-communication#social-attitudes
Mass rally backs Lindsay Clancy, spotlighting postpartum psychosis at trial
society20 days ago

Mass rally backs Lindsay Clancy, spotlighting postpartum psychosis at trial

Hundreds of supporters gathered outside a Plymouth courthouse as Lindsay Clancy stands trial for the killings of her three children, with her defense arguing postpartum psychosis and bipolar disorder meant she wasn’t criminally responsible. The rally underscored concerns about how the mental health system treats women, while prosecutors say she planned the murders. Testimony included a hospital chaplain’s account of Clancy’s condition and communications during her hospital stay, and the case has fueled broader discussions about postpartum mental health awareness.

via The Guardian|
#court-trial#lindsay-clancy#mental-health-system
Jeers greet Cambridge vice-chancellor at Jason Arday vigil
society21 days ago

Jeers greet Cambridge vice-chancellor at Jason Arday vigil

At a Cambridge vigil for Jason Arday, the university’s vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice was heckled by attendees; supporters say the incident reflects intense media scrutiny and racism surrounding Arday’s death and plagiarism row. Cambridge said she attended to pay respects and extended condolences, while Stand Up to Racism highlighted concerns about press coverage and the treatment of academics of colour, as Cambridge also announced an independent investigation into Arday’s appointment.

via BBC|
#cambridge-university#deborah-prentice#jason-arday
Gen Z and Millennials Flock to IRL Meetups for Birding, Mahjong, and Silent Reading
society23 days ago

Gen Z and Millennials Flock to IRL Meetups for Birding, Mahjong, and Silent Reading

Amid a loneliness epidemic, younger Americans are increasingly leaving screens for in-person, activity-based meetups—ranging from birdwatching and silent reading to Mahjong and puzzle contests—seeking ‘soft socializing’ and authentic connection. Data show sharp rises in related events, while romance-minded meetups and dinner clubs are also gaining traction, with Axios launching its own IRL dinner series to foster real-world connections.

via axios.com|
#birding#gen-z#loneliness
Cambridge gathers in emotional vigil to honor Jason Arday
society23 days ago

Cambridge gathers in emotional vigil to honor Jason Arday

Over 200 people gathered in Cambridge for an emotional vigil honoring Jason Arday, the former Cambridge sociology professor found dead in Battersea, south London; his family have described a 'campaign of misinformation' surrounding plagiarism allegations he denied, and attendees celebrated his impact while pledging justice as further vigils were planned in Cambridge and London.

via BBC|
#cambridge#death#jason-arday
Cambridge linguist breaks silence on Tourette's to teach openly
society1 month ago

Cambridge linguist breaks silence on Tourette's to teach openly

A Cambridge assistant professor of sociolinguistics, Amanda Cole, reveals she has Tourette's syndrome after years of hiding it. After a Bafta incident, she begins telling colleagues and students about her condition, arguing for a better understanding of tics and the strengths of neurodiversity in academia, and noting how few UK academics disclose developmental conditions (about 0.03%).

via BBC|
#academia#cambridge-university#disclosure-stigma
Tehran rents surge to triple workers’ pay, widening the housing gap
society1 month ago

Tehran rents surge to triple workers’ pay, widening the housing gap

Average advertised monthly rent in Tehran sits around 723 million rials (about $389), roughly three times the typical Iranian worker’s 200–250 million rial salary, with some increases up to 100%. The data—based on advertised listings, not completed leases—highlights a widening affordability gap as rent controls are widely ignored, pushing tenants toward outer suburbs, shared housing, or relocation.

via Iran International|
#affordability#housing-market#inflation
NJ Bans Automatic Utensils to Cut Plastic Waste
society1 month ago

NJ Bans Automatic Utensils to Cut Plastic Waste

New Jersey’s Skip the Stuff law takes effect, ending automatic inclusion of plastic utensils, condiments, straws, and napkins across dine-in, takeout, delivery and drive-thru orders. Customers must request these items, and major delivery apps will update defaults accordingly. The law aims to cut plastic waste and requires reusable silverware in many sit-down settings; first warnings, then fines starting at $100 (up to $250) for repeat violations. Some exemptions apply, including a two-year window for food court restaurants.

via 6abc Philadelphia|
#legislation#new-jersey#plastic-utensils